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For those looking for a bit of romance and fun this Valentine's Day, Sarasota's got experiences to make you melt, on and offshore Cupid’s sporting a pair of sunnies and sandals this Valentine’s Day in Sarasota—the ideal holiday destination for couples looking for a romantic weekend by the water. Up...
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Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, people of all ages, welcome to the home of John Ringling, owner of the ‘greatest show on earth.' From traditional to modern, indoor to out, somber to whimsical, The Ringling – with its Art Museum, Circus Museum, Ca' d'Zan, and Bayfront Gardens – has...
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Whether you have only a few hours or a few days, Myakka River State Park offers the perfect adventure. Myakka River State Park , with its dozens of miles of hiking trails, palm trees and slash pines, wetlands and canopies, seems so unlike Sarasota and a world away. But driving...
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Celebrate the season of romance by impressing your significant other with a V-day meal to remember. Romance & Ambiance Named Sarasota's "Most Romantic Restaurant" in the Sarasota Herald-Tribune Readers Choice Awards, Euphemia Haye & The Haye Loft is a foolproof choice for an evening of date-wooing fine dining. Chef Ray's...
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Visit Sarasota County is thrilled to announce that Nathaniel Sweetman has been named one of Destinations International’s 2024 30 Under 30 recipients. To learn more about each honoree, click here. Nathaniel joined Visit Sarasota County in June of 2021 as the Communications & Public Relations Coordinator. Through his various experiences...
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Enjoy these relaxing locales—perfect to shut off and reset for a digital detox More time spent outside equals more self-care, more quality conversations, more insightful thinking, more wildlife spotting, more quality hangs and laughs with loved ones—without distracting games or the urge to scroll on social media. Whether flying solo...
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Emma Weyant’s not only a championship swimmer for Team USA. She’s also a Sarasota native who loves the place where she grew up. As a true local, she’s got her favorite spots in the area, both her longtime haunts and newer finds. And luckily for us (and you), she’s willing...
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Weaving together the elements of story, celebrity and craft, the 2025 Sarasota Film Festival this April promises to be a celebrated event from setting to screen. Each spring Sarasota filmmakers, locals and visiting cinephiles mingle to watch hundreds of spectacularly curated films spanning an impressive array of film categories. The...
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It's been a hot summer! What better way to cool off than around a pool at your fave Sarasota area hotel? Whether you're a vacationer, weekender or local, you have so many terrific choices in our beautiful area to take a dip and enjoy a scenic poolside escape. From glistening...
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The Newtown Alive trolley tour leaves no stone unturned in celebrating over a century of African-American history in Sarasota. When passengers load upon the Newtown Alive trolley tour they can expect to be greeted with laughter, praise & worship, and of course Vickie Oldham. Oldham, the mastermind behind Newtown Alive...